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My family and I consider the Valley Cafe well worth the detour from I-90 into the middle of old Ellensburg. Its menu for both lunch and dinner is varied, and its food is excellent. For lunch, I usually have a cup of their always-delicious soup and the half-sandwich option. For dinner last night, I had a cup of the excellent...
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Nice happy hour menu, even on Sunday. Killer bloody Mary's. Short on wait staff. Cozy and quiet. Short but enjoyable stop.

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AlfM71, Owner at Valley Cafe, responded to this review

EatDrinkEnjoy
Thanks for taking the time to give us some feedback. We really appreciate it. If there is anything else you'd like to add to help us improve we'd love to hear it.
Until next time...
Cheers!
Alfonso
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While visiting grandchildren, we were taken to the Valley Cafe. I can't speak too highly of this place. Everything is fresh, made in house, and wonderful. If you are a gourmet, you won't be disappointed. If you aren't a gourmet, you will wonder why you waited so long to become one if the food is this good. Great food, great...
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AlfM71, Owner at Valley Cafe, responded to this review

Thanks CPG3 for taking the time to review our spot
We really appreciate hearing about how we are doing. And we love hearing the appreciation for our hard work in the kitchen. If you'd like to give us more thoughts we are all ears. You can always continue this conversation via email with us
Thanks again for the visit
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Have had some good lunches here, but I thought dinner was not so good. Mussels and pulled pork tacos has way too much salt and the Lasagne lacked flavor -- needed more herbs, garlic and spices -- salt level was fine in that dish. List of wines by the glass was unremarkable given all the fabulous vineyards in nearby Walla...
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Thanks for the feedback Romanophile
This is so helpful for our staff to learn on how they are doing. We appreciate all the input and will look into the inconsistencies in our kitchen. As for the wine list, it is and will always be an ongoing work in progress but we really appreciate the input as well
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If you're like me and enjoy a selection of appetizers for dinner, this is the place. During my last visit I enjoyed a goat cheese and plum tart and some wonderful calamari. That left me room for their delicious key lime pie. Their entrées were tempting but it was late in the evening so something a bit lighter made more...
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AlfM71, Owner at Valley Cafe, responded to this review

Thanks for the visit WestforkGal
I am so glad you enjoyed our small plates menu. We are trying to expand on it so any suggestion you may have are very much welcomed.
Take care and safe travels
See you next time
Alfonso
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6 of us went here on a Saturday Night. We did not have reservations but we were able to sit at the counter. Food is mostly pasta and it was delicious! Service was great. I suggest you get reservations as the seating is limited and worth it!

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AlfM71, Owner at Valley Cafe, responded to this review

Thanks for the feedback Nicky C
I am glad you got to enjoy the experience. If you have any other thoughts you'd like to share with us we are all ears.
Hope to see you again real soon
Cheers!
Alfonso
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We had to wait about an hour for food + very expensive compared to the plate quality. Chicken Marsala was sliced chicken in a pasta bowl. Charged $16 for a $10 plate. I wanted a good meal.

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AlfM71, Owner at Valley Cafe, responded to this review

Hello Diane M
Thanks for visiting and my apologies for not meeting your expectations. It's surprising because the chicken marsala is a very popular dish but we are not perfect. Did you have a chance to let the server know about your complaint? We are always looking to improve and this review will help us monitor the quality of our...
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The Valley Cafe is known as one of the best restaurants in Ellensburg! This business has been continuosly operated since 1930 and still retains the original Art Deco decor from its 1938 remodel. This is a farm to fork restaurant using local ingredients for a more flavorful experience. The business also features a separate juice/coffee bar that serves sandwiches, soups and salads which is adjacent to the restaurant and located within the same building.

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